Bayonne PAL Day Care

Bayonne PAL Day Care offers day care, recreational activities, an after school program with homework help, and a 7-week summer camp for children from 5 to 13 years old. For most of the school year, the day care center operates from 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.; on half days it is open from noon to 6:00 p.m.; when schools are not in session it is open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; and the summer camp runs from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Programs

• Day care — Children from 5 to 13 years of age · Year-round; for most of the school year 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.; on half days noon to 6:00 p.m.; when schools are not in session 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; 7-week summer camp 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Recreational activities — Children from 5 to 13 years of age
• After school program — Children enrolled in the after school program · Educational program with homework help; certified teachers provide tutorial services when possible; parents can request homework assistance program
• Summer camp — Children from 5 to 13 years of age · 7-week summer camp; 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–13 years old
• General schedule: For most of the school year the day care center operates from 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. On half days, the center is open from noon to 6:00 p.m. and when schools are not in session they open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The 7-week summer camp program operates from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Facility hours: Monday - Friday 9AM - 6PM

About the provider

The Bayonne Police Athletic League Day Care Center has provided quality day care for children in Bayonne since 1947. The center says it was founded in 1975 by the late Jerry Clougher. Norman Elam is listed as the leadership team member. All staff members meet requirements established by the State of New Jersey for employment within a child care center, and staff members are encouraged to continue professional development through workshops, seminars, and college-level courses in Early Childhood Development.

Parents can request for their children to attend the homework assistance program. The center provides care for children of parents who work and parents who attend school or job training programs.

Last updated October 18, 2026.